Barbara Elizabeth Henry, 77 years young, passed away peacefully September 14, 2023, at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Barbara was surrounded by wonderful friends who kept her company while she passed. She came into this world the daughter of Pauline and Gilbert Henry and was affectionately known by her dad as “Miss Susie”. Barbara was the sister to two older brothers, Robert (Hester) and the late Richard (Marlene). She was a proud and loving aunt to the late Daniel, Robert, David and Steven, as well great aunt to Joshua, Julia and William.

Barbara always made time for family and friends for which we are forever grateful. Barbara’s career at Holland College was a springboard to her love of the arts which she took many opportunities to support. She also spent several years helping organize the yard sale for the “Mikinduri Children of Hope” as well as devoting time to “Days for Girls” and organizing Holland College’s team entry “The Steppers” participating in “Run for the Cure”.

Barbara had a passion for weaving. She was an executive member of the PEI Crafts Council and was awarded the Lister Trophy as the 1994 Crafts Person of the Year. She was also a member of the Spinners and Weavers Guild.

Thank goodness for all the memories. Family and friends thank the nursing staff and doctors of the QEH for the care and compassion shown to Barbara.

Donations, if you wish, to the Joan Auld Scholarship Fund through the Community Foundation, is just one of many ways to honour Barbara.

At Barbara’s request there will be no visitation and funeral. Simply take time to reflect on a life well lived and shared with all of us. Arrangements entrusted to MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

Catherine "Kaye" Georgina Cantwell, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully on September 10, 2023, in Bedford, NS surrounded by family.

She was born on September 11, 1930, in Prince Edward Island to the late Mae and William Porter.

Kaye was a devoted wife to her late husband Arthur Cantwell, and a loving mother to her daughter Debra (George) Barkhouse. She was an adoring grandmother to her granddaughter Molly "Lavey" (Kristien) Praest. She was predeceased by her siblings Anne Macdougall, Legretta Hume, Letitia Oram, Edna White, William Porter, Aulden Porter, and Mildred Beck.

Kaye was a passionate entertainer and was known for her hospitality. Her energy and enthusiasm were contagious. She was a devoted Protestant and delighted in her volunteer work, to which she was awarded Volunteer of the Year. She was active in the Halifax Ladies Musical Society and a patron of the arts.

Kaye made an impression on everyone who met her, and her passing will resonate with all who knew and loved her. A long life well lived.

A reception will be held at the United Church in Bedford, N.S. Wednesday, October 4th from 3-5pm. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred peacefully at the Garden Home on Friday, September 8, 2023 of Cpl. Sterling Wood of Charlottetown, age 77 years. Left to mourn are his beloved partner Doreen Craswell, his two sons Darren and Christopher (Angela) and granddaughter Eva. Also left to mourn are Doreen’s family, Elizabeth (Alvin) Coles, Don (Mary) Roberts and Gayle Roberts (Gary Moore). Sterling was predeceased by his parents Doris “Dolly” and Gordon Wood and daughter Shelley Wood.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. No visitation or funeral service by personal request. A family graveside service will be held in Peoples Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beautiful Sarah Ann Adams, at the age of 43. Loving daughter of Paul and Wendy Adams, beloved sister of Josh, Joelene (Ray) and loving Auntie of Lincoln, Brady and Parker. Sarah leaves behind a large family of uncles, aunts and cousins. Predeceased by her grandparents Art and Winnie Adams, Harry and Mary Ward; aunts Shelly Bond Adams and Kim Ward; uncle Al Adams and her adored feline companion 'Smokey'.

She will always be remembered for her compassion for others and incredible sense of humour.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the funeral will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. If so desired, memorial donations can be made directly to the PEI Humane Society. Visiting hours Tuesday from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred at his late residence on Saturday, September 2, 2023 of Leonard Durden of Orwell Cove, age 90 years. Loving husband of Janet Bradley, father of Debbie (David) Jones, Graham (Lisa) and Raquel (Alexander) De Jesus Helena and their families. He was the stepfather of Shannon and Matthew Bradley. Predeceased by his daughter Lynn Durden.

Len spent a 32 year career with Air Canada.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. No services by personal request. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred peacefully at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital on Friday, September 1, 2023 of M. Verna Vessey of Charlottetown, age 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Ivan Vessey. Loving mother of David and Deborah Baril. Grammie of Ivana Baril, Laura and Jeremy Vessey and their families. Predeceased by her grandson Jason Vessey.

Verna worked for many years at the PEI and Queen Elizabeth Hospitals as a ward clerk.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Completed arrangements to be announced at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred peacefully at the Provincial Palliative Care Centre on Friday, September 1, 2023, of Elaine R. Mosher (nee Paynter) of Charlottetown, formerly of Freetown, age 77 years. Beloved wife of Cecil Mosher, mother of Ian (Anne), Francis (Angela), Cheryl (Dwight) and Brian Gallant and stepmother of Lisa (Martin) Mosher Birt, Gordon (Helena) and James Essery. Proud Nanny of Amanda and Jonathan Jarvis, Katlin and Matthew Smith, Kyle Chandler, Haley, Jessica, and Anthony Perry and Christian Birt and great-grandchildren. Also survived by her sister Carol (Terry) Watters and brother Allen (Pat). Predeceased by her parents Leith and Ida (Minick) Paynter, twin sister Audrey Lorraine and brother Dwayne (Edith) Paynter.

A special thank you to all the doctors, nurses, cooks and staff at palliative care who have been the most loving and comforting to Elaine and family during her last few months on this earth. They will always hold a special place in our hearts.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel from where the funeral will be held on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Interment in Peoples Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the Provincial Palliative Care Centre. Visiting hours Tuesday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred at his late residence on Friday, September 1, 2023, surrounded by the love of family of James “Jim” Steve Walters. Beloved husband of Dr. David Drake Sharpe.

Survived by his husband, David Sharpe of Stratford, PEI, son of William and Lynda (Drake) Sharpe of Vernon Bridge, PEI, brothers-in-law Darren Sharpe and his wife Susan of Little Britain, Ontario and Andrew Sharpe and his wife Nicole “Nikki” of Milton, Ontario; mother, Betty Walters of Flat Rock, North Carolina, brother Cary Walters and his wife Lisa Walters of Flat Rock, North Carolina, brother Shane Walters and his husband Markey Stubbs of Columbia, South Carolina, and brother Todd Walters and his wife Kerry Walters of Greensboro, North Carolina. Predeceased by his father, Steve Walters and brother, Greg Walters.

Jim was born July 17, 1957 in Monroe, North Carolina, the first of five boys. Having many interests, including cars, travel, theater and music, Jim graduated with degrees in architecture and English from the University of North Carolina (Charlotte). He went on to a successful career in architecture and later excelling in real estate in Lake Norman, North Carolina and later Tampa, Florida. Jim loved the water, the beach, conversing with family and friends, and enjoyed winters in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. Funeral on Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. from St. Andrew’s United Church, Vernon Bridge. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to St. Andrew’s United Church. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com.

Kaye passed away on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, in Charlottetown, PEI. She was born in Windsor, N.S. Kaye was the daughter of the late John Mosher and Lexie Akin. She was predeceased by her husband Douglas Forsythe. She is survived by her son John (Kimberly Kennedy-Forsythe) and daughter Susan.

Kaye was a graduate of Payzant Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, Class of 1956 She did her post-graduate studies in psychiatric nursing in Brandon, MB in 1958, after which she came to Charlottetown and worked at the then Riverside Hospital.

Once both her children were school age, she worked at the Yarmouth Regional Health Centre until her retirement in 1996. Doug said that if a bridge was ever built, he would like to move back to Prince Edward Island. So, after they both retired, they returned to Charlottetown in 1997.

We would like to thank the nursing staff in the ER and Unit 3 at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. No visitation or funeral service by personal request. A family graveside service will be held at a later date in Sherwood Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined, however if so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to the PEI Humane Society. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com

The death occurred at the Provincial Palliative Care Centre with her husband and sisters by her side on Saturday, August 26, 2023 of Lima Gerarda Stewart of Mount Stewart, age 67 years. Loving wife of Marvin Stewart and mother of Jolene (Edmonton, AB). Survived by her sisters Norma, Cathy and Mary.

Resting at MacLean Funeral Home Swan Chapel. No visiting hours or funeral service by personal request. If so desired, memorial donations may be made directly to Island Nature Trust. Online condolences may be made at www.macleanfh.com